Graduate Civil Engineer: Roads and Infrastructure

WSP USA; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks a motivated civil engineer to contribute to design projects using advanced software tools like Civil3D and AutoCAD. The role involves collaboration with a supportive team, focusing on civil infrastructure projects, and embraces a culture of continuous development and work-life balance incentives.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Flexible work hours

Personal activity time (WSP My Hour)

Supportive development environment

Qualifications

• Minimum BEng. / BSc (Civil Engineering) or BTech (Civil Engineering).
• 0-3 years’ experience in civil engineering.
• ECSA candidate status advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design civil infrastructure using Civil3D (roads, pipe networks, bulk earthworks).
• Provide technical input throughout project phases.
• Conduct surveys, design calculations, and prepare drawings.

Skills

Self-training

Good general computer skills

Proactive ownership

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Resilience under pressure

Attention to detail

Commitment to service

Education

BEng. or BSc in Civil Engineering

BTech in Civil Engineering

Tools

Civil3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Key Role

Will be rapidly upskilled to perform designs using the following vendor’s suites of engineering software tools:

Autodesk Suite – Roads, earthworks, and pipe network modelling using Autodesk Civil3D, and CAD production using AutoCAD, along with document management via Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Minimum of BEng. / BSc (Civil Engineering) or BTech (Civil Engineering).
• 0-3 years’ experience in civil engineering.
• ECSA candidate advantageous or in the process of applying to be a candidate.

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

• Self-training ability with an affinity to learn new design technologies.
• Good general computer skills.
• Taking ownership and being proactive in the working environment.
• Possess initiative and good interpersonal skills.
• Must be a collaborative team player.
• Resilient under pressure, capable of working independently from dispersed locations while operating as part of a team.
• Accuracy – Attention to detail and correctness of information.
• Committed to delivering excellent service levels.

What's in it for you?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for yourself, your family, friends, interests, and community.

Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, alongside opportunities to collaborate in our modern South African offices.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time earlier or later in the day.

We also offer part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement as you see fit.

Your development

We recognize the importance of development and training. We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Responsibilities

• Design of civil infrastructure using Civil3D (roads, pipe networks, bulk earthworks, etc.).
• Provide technical input from initial assessment through feasibility, design development, and construction to project close-out.
• Conduct investigations, surveys, design, engineering calculations, and prepare working drawings and estimates.
• Review overall project design and suggest technical and design improvements.
• Assist with the preparation of cost estimates for project designs.
• Be detail-oriented with strong skills in municipal infrastructure and roads.
• Work effectively in a team environment with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Health and Safety

• Model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior, influencing those around you.
• Contribute to identifying SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Promote company values and ensure a safe working environment at all times.